$1.5M arts center expansion | Cullman leaders train | Council plans for growth

$1.5M arts center expansion | Cullman leaders train | Council plans for growth

Cullman Today – Friday, July 17, 2026 Here's what's making news in Cullman this morning: 🎭 Cullman moves forward with a $1.5 million renovation and expansion of the Center of the Arts Community Theatre 📈 Four Cullman County professionals complete intensive economic development training at Auburn University 🏛️ Council President Kim Hall and Councilman Paul Schaffer outline plans for stronger city operations and future growth ➕ Plus: 🏀 Vinemont athlete Arleigh Thomason shares how her faith guides her life on and off the court 🎓 Cullman native Annalee Allen earns a $1,000 Alfa Foundation scholarship 🐛 Master Gardeners explain how to find and remove destructive hornworms 📰 Former Tribune publisher Charlotte Fowler Miller Rumore's legacy spans journalism, history and public service 🏅 Cold Springs FCCLA students earn national gold ratings, while adviser Stephanie Blair receives a national award ☀️ Weather: Today will be warm with increasing clouds and scattered afternoon storms, with a high near 88. Tonight will be partly cloudy with a low around 71. Saturday brings sunshine and a few possible afternoon storms, with a high near 89. Sunday will be partly sunny before storms become more likely during the afternoon. 🕊️ Obituaries: Ford Eugene Van Wert Jr.; Ronald Eric Casey; Sharron Annette Entrekin #CullmanToday #CullmanNews #MorningBrief #CullmanAL #LocalNews

Bedtime Stories – Janet Chandler reads Look at the Moon

🌜✨ As the stars begin to twinkle over Cullman, it's time to settle in for another enchanting episode of "Bedtime Stories," presented by Cullman Today. Tonight, gather your little dreamers as Janet Chandler reads Look at the Moon. 📚🛌 Our ongoing Bedtime Stories series opens up a universe of imagination for children and adults alike. With each installment, a cherished member of our community steps into the role of the evening's storyteller. Their diverse voices come together to share stories that comfort, captivate and ignite curiosity. So put on pajamas, fluff up the pillows, and curl up with your kiddos as we deliver a delightful dose of nightly narrative magic. Let "Bedtime Stories" by Cullman Today be the gateway to sweet dreams and a peaceful night—for our children and the child in every one of us. 🌟📖 #BedtimeStories #CullmanToday #NightlyNarratives #CommunityStorytime

Cullman attorney Sara Baker taken into custody | Visit Cullman honored | Colony seeks grant

Cullman Today – Thursday, July 16, 2026 Here's what's making news in Cullman this morning: ⚖️ Cullman attorney Sara Baker taken into custody after bond revoked 🏆 Visit Cullman named Alabama Tourism Organization of the Year 🏛️ Colony seeks infrastructure grant as residents report power concerns #CullmanToday #CullmanNews #MorningBrief #CullmanAL #LocalNews ➕ Plus: 🏈 West Point prepares for a tough new region and another playoff push 🎭 Summer theater camp helps young performers build confidence and stage skills 🩸 The Link seeks donors for its July 27 community blood drive 🔬 Cullman students explore hands-on learning at Summer STEM Camp 🐱 Pet of the Week: Dusty Rose, a playful 12-week-old calico kitten with a big personality ☀️ Weather: Today will be mostly sunny with afternoon storms possible and a high near 86. Tonight looks mostly clear with a low around 70. Friday will be mostly sunny with another chance of afternoon storms and a high near 88. 🕊️ Obituaries: Judy Ann Moctezuma; Jody Lee White 📍 Watch weekdays at 6:30 a.m. on Facebook and YouTube 📲 Website: https://CullmanTribune.com 📰 Subscribe: https://tribune.store 📱 App: https://cullman.app #CullmanToday #CullmanNews #MorningBrief #CullmanAL #LocalNews

Bedtime Stories – Janet Chandler reads Little Owl's Love

🌜✨ As the stars begin to twinkle over Cullman, it's time to settle in for another enchanting episode of "Bedtime Stories," presented by Cullman Today. Tonight, gather your little dreamers as Janet Chandler reads Little Owl's Love. 📚🛌 Our ongoing Bedtime Stories series opens up a universe of imagination for children and adults alike. With each installment, a cherished member of our community steps into the role of the evening's storyteller. Their diverse voices come together to share stories that comfort, captivate and ignite curiosity. So put on pajamas, fluff up the pillows, and curl up with your kiddos as we deliver a delightful dose of nightly narrative magic. Let "Bedtime Stories" by Cullman Today be the gateway to sweet dreams and a peaceful night—for our children and the child in every one of us. 🌟📖 #BedtimeStories #CullmanToday #NightlyNarratives #CommunityStorytime

Stolen truck recovered in Cullman | West Point earns Gold Star | New developments approved

Cullman Today – Wednesday, July 15, 2026 Here's what's making news in Cullman this morning: 🚔 A stolen Huntsville truck is recovered in Cullman, leading to the arrest of a Lacey's Springs man ⭐ West Point Intermediate School is named a National Gold Star School 🏗️ Cullman planners approve subdivisions, a bank site plan and other development requests ➕ Plus: 🩺 Physiatrist Dr. Nandan Patel joins Cullman Regional Medical Group 🇺🇸 Downtown Cullman celebrates America 250 during 2nd Fridays 🌸 The North Alabama Agriplex explores how to safely harvest and cook with edible flowers 🎟️ Cullman Caring for Kids raffles two tickets to see Tim McGraw in Birmingham 🌦️ Weather: Today will be partly sunny, with showers and thunderstorms possible after 10 a.m. and a high near 84. Tonight will be partly cloudy, with a low around 69. Tomorrow brings more afternoon storms, with a high near 85. 🕊️ Obituaries: Kent Wallace; Lee Chester Burkart; Jeffrey Mayo Smith; Clara Jean Buckelew; Jesse Donald Greer Sr.; Billy Wood 📍 Watch weekdays at 6:30 a.m. on Facebook and YouTube 📲 Website: https://CullmanTribune.com 📰 Subscribe: https://tribune.store 📱 App: https://cullman.app #CullmanToday #CullmanNews #MorningBrief #CullmanAL #LocalNews